The Political Economy of Novel Food Taxes and Subsidies in India

Overview: Unhealthy diets and changing food consumption patterns are contributing to the growing burden of nutrition-related health challenges in India. Fiscal policies (FPs), including taxes on unhealthy foods and subsidies for nutritious alternatives, can influence food consumption and health outcomes. However, their adoption and implementation are shaped by political, institutional, and economic factors. This OHT … Continue reading The Political Economy of Novel Food Taxes and Subsidies in India